An extreme thirst, sweating, and dehydration are the
common problems of summer months. But there are some
fruits found in India which are capable of delivering good outcomes from these
problems. Everyone would like to enjoy the summer holidays but regarding foods,
these months are absolutely bad. Because many health-related issues arise in
summer days. That is why it comes to fruits and people start paying more
attention to juicy fruits to avoid summer health issues.
Often you will notice, people use sunscreen lotions, sunglasses, air conditioners, cold drinks, refrigerated water, and ice creams to fight the heat. But aside
from these, juicy fruits are more enjoyable in scorching summer. So we can say easily
that there can not be anything much better than the pieces of juicy fruit in
summer months because by the consumption of these fruits, generally it does not
remove thirst only, but it also helps to dispel various types of summer
associated diseases. So, cordially welcome summer days and use these fruits
without hesitation -
Some fruits that are found in the summer months are given
below.
Due to an excessive
amount of water, it has been named watermelon.
In order to get absolute
respite from
the hot sun, there can not be other
fruit except watermelon. About 90% of the people in summertime, consider the
name of watermelon at number 1 position due to its sweet, juicy properties. It
really is stuffed with Lycopene that aids in preventing skin damage from the
hot sun. Although all seasons are suitable for the development of watermelon
and in India, it is mostly found in May to July months. A cool slice of
watermelon can be considered a quite refreshing substance in hot summer days of
June and July.
2. Mango/Aam/Mangifera
indica -
No summer fruits list can prepare without mango's name. Langada...
Dasheri.... Chausa... Banganapalli... No.. no.. do not start to dripping
saliva. After hearing the name, the water started to flow in your mouth, the
saliva began to drip too. There is absolutely no fault in you. Since
everybody's mouth started watering after just listening to mango's name. That is
why its name is called king of fruits. It is best found in late spring and the
fruit maturing time in India in May to August. It really is packed with
different Vitamins, Minerals like potassium, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, zinc,
copper, selenium, and other ingredients like protein, carbohydrates,
carotenoids, ascorbic acid, terpenoids, polyphenols, and fibers.
Pineapple is
also a good fruit to avoid the outbreak of the hot sun. Almost everyone much
enjoys it due to its peculiar taste. Pineapple is an exotic fruit
and its own main season is from July to September. As a nutritional reservoir,
it is loaded with different elements like Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Iron,
Calcium, Potassium, Sodium, Magnesium,
Bromelain, Pantothenic and many others.
4. Lychee/ Litchi/Litchi
chinensis -
Who does not like eating
Lychee? Isn't it? Whether it is a child, woman, or an old man, everyone loves
it. It
really is equally well-liked by all. The Lychee is also included in the juicy and water-based fruit, which is usually to be received through the mid-June to mid-July. Its juicy fruit grows up in clusters in
tropical and subtropical locations. It really is highly abundant with nutrients
like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Potassium, Iron, Calcium,
Zinc, Magnesium, Manganese and many more.
5. Muskmelon/Cantaloupe/
Kharbooza/Cucumis melo -
Muskmelon doesn't need an introduction. Everyone is familiar with this juicy,
aromatic, and delicious fruit. Additionally, it is recognized because of its
high water content which is competent to help you in preventing dehydration.
Apart from these characteristics, it is stuffed with many nutrients such as
Protein, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Potassium, Folate, Dietary fiber, Carbohydrate
etc. The time for its fruiting is June to August.
6. Guava/Amrood/Psidium
guajava -
Guava is a sweet,
aromatic and tropical fruit. Its distinctive flavor makes it a super fruit
among all seasonal fruits that offer different nutrients for the body. Its
active ingredients are Vitamin A, B-Complex, Minerals, antioxidants, Vitamin C, potassium, fiber, Carbohydrate, gallic acid,
ellagic acid, catechin, epicatechin, rutin and quercetin, Pentacyclic triterpene,
guajanoico acid, B-sitosterol, uvaol, olenolico acid, ursolic acid etc. It will
not be wrong if we call it the Complete Package of Nutrition. An amazing taste
of its pulp can drive any man to love it. In tropical and subtropical
locations, guavas will ripen around the year but chiefly found in abundant in
May to July months.
7. Indian
blackberry/Black plum/Jamun/Syzygium cumini -
Indian blackberry or
black plum is a favorite, important, and nutritious summer fruit. It is found
in abundance in India with a purple color and tangy flavor, which can't be
explained in words. The color of the tongue changes after consuming it. Its
fruits have different medicinal qualities that have been used by ancient
vaidyas, hermits, general folks to treat a number of health conditions
especially diabetes, digestive, and urinary diseases. You must have seen that the color of the tongue changes after eating it. Jamun is
also a health-friendly fruit that ripens during June and July months in India.
It really is a house of different healthy components like vitamins, minerals,
and other useful ingredients such as jambosine, phenol, flavonoids, tannin, organic acid, ellagic acid, oleanolic
acid etc. which gives this fruit the most different identity.
8. Limes/ West Indian
lime/Nimboo/Citrus aurantifolia -
Limes are fruiting
year-round but generally gathered in summer months from June to July. It is a
shrubby tree that can take place in your own house garden. It contains much
citric acid and much less ascorbic acid (Vitamin C). It can be used to prepare
and get ready the pickles that are clearly a key part of Indian cuisine. Sugary
lemonade is another beverage that is extremely popular among people due to its
health properties. Lemonade can be considered a chief ayurvedic remedy for
dehydration which is more prevalent in summer times.
9. Sweet
Lime/Mosambi/Citrus limetta -
Mosambi is recognized as
Sweet lime in English term. Sweet lime is of the tropical region and likely
native to India. Its fruiting season is during raining days from July to
August. Apart from this, it is sufficiently available in November and march as
well. It appear to be Orange fruits and its flesh is sweet, so just for this reason it is named sweet lemon. Its juice is
often used to get refreshment in summer days. There is no good solution to
achieve refreshment except juice of Sweet lime in summer days. This is also a
citrus fruit and comes with countless health advantages. It is a rich way to
obtain vitamin C, which is
an antioxidant and strengthens immunity power. A lot of food items are made with
it like drinks, syrup, jams, candies, pickles etc. The juice of sweet lime is
very popular in India due to its versatile qualities.
10.
Oranges/Santara/Citrus sinensis - February to April
Juicy and sweet oranges
are renowned throughout the world because of its concentration of vitamin C,
and other nutrients like vitamin A,
vitamin B1, fiber, folate, calcium, potassium,
pantothenic acid , copper,
hydroxycinnamic acids, and polyphenols and it is low in calories that
can be an important part of the summer vacations. Its juice can be an important
refreshing beverage during the summer time. In India, Nagpur (Maharashtra) is
famous for oranges and grows up twice per annum.
Banana is a dense house
of essential vitamins and minerals like Vitamin B6, Riboflavin (B2), Niacin
(B3), Folate (B9), Vitamin C, Protein, Potassium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Manganese, Fiber, Pantothenic acid, Choline, Iron, Zinc and many others and they are fat and
cholesterol-free. Banana is also a delightful and healthy fruit and extensively
consumed on the planet. Its
harvesting season begins from September to April.
Bael fruit is very popular in India and appears during
summer season that has different health benefits especially for
gastrointestinal diseases like constipation, peptic ulcer, dysentery, intestinal worms,
and hemorrhoids. We all know well that
most of
the stomach disorders happen in the
summer
season. So in order of what God has provided us a healthy gift in the form of
bael.
Other than this, its leaves employed by Hindu people
during worshipping of Lord Shiva. Relating to Hindu religion, Lord Shiva is
pleased with offering bael leaves and all the wishes are fulfilled.
Additionally is known as wood apple, bilva and all parts
of the plant are of help in a number of health conditions but juice is a superb
beverage to remain healthy. It is the fruit which is
great in taste as well as has different nutrition like vitamins, protein, calcium, phosphorous, fiber, iron,
tannins, and other natural compounds. The growing season of bael is February to
May in India.
13. Grapes/Angoor/Vitis
vinifera -
Grapes are the most
popular one among all fruits on the planet. It contains water and
can help people stay hydrated during summer months. Its fruits harvesting time is probably the end of summer
as last week of June and the first week of July. It is found in mainly
red, green, and purple colors and comes with a number of nutrients like vitamin
C, vitamin K, folate, vitamins B,
vitamins A, protein,
carbohydrate, Calcium, iron, phosphorus,
zinc, magnesium, flavonoids and many
more. It is used in various health conditions like heart disease, Acne/pimples,
osteoarthritis, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, cancer, Constipation, and
obesity and boosts the immune system.
14.
Grapefruit/Chakotra/Citrus paradisi -
It is a subtropical
citrus fruit and popular in India that can be harvested in April - May. The
fruit is very juicy and acidic in nature and filled with Carbohydrates,
Protein, Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Niacin, Pyridoxine,
Thiamin, Vitamin K, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, Selenium, and
Lycopene.
15. Figs/Anjeer/Ficus
carica -
It is an undeniable fact that the tree of fig can surpass
hundred years and correspond to the Bible it is a sign of peace and prosperity.
Figs harvesting time is between June and September
and it is an excellent source of different essential minerals and vitamins like
magnesium, calcium, copper, manganese, potassium, vitamin K, vitamin B6, and so
forth.
Actually, it is not a
fruit botanically but when it ripes, its sweetness increases. And eating figs may deliver
various health benefits associated to hot summer.
16. Blackcurrants/Kaali
Kissmis/Falseb/Ribes nigrum - (July - August)
17.
Mulberry/Shehtoot/Morus nigra - (1. March - May & 2. October - November)
18.
Blueberries/Neela-Badri/Vaccinium corymbosum
(May - October)
19. Sweet Cherry/Glass
meva/Prunus avium (May - August)
20. Peach/Aadu/Prunus
persica (April - May)
21.
Raspberries/Rasbhari/Rubus crataegifolius - (May - July)
22. Strawberries/
Jharaber/Fragaria ananassa - (April
- May)
23. Apricots or
Khubani/zardalu/Prunus armeniaca - (May- June)
24. Jackfruit/
Katahal/Artocarpus heterophyllus - (1. June - August, & 2. September - December)
All above-stated fruits
are of summer months and packed with different health benefits.
And that means you can make use it as per your wish. According to me, juicy fruits tend to
be more beneficial and healthier in summer season especially
it comes to enjoying summer-holidays. And it is a well-known truth that everyone prefers the fruit juices or
beverages in summer holidays.
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WRITTEN BY RAJESH KUMAR
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